(Best) Dual CPU configuration for PowerEdge T430

Hello,

 

When upgrading components it is recommended to make sure your system firmware are up to date: BIOS, iDRAC

 

 

T430 and GPU:

For GPU this is the information we have documented.

 

The Dell™ PowerEdge™ T430 does not offer GPU support. There are no GPU customer kits available on this server. The below listed GPUs have test only certification on T430 which means, the GPUs will work perfectly on T430 if customer decided to install at their end. However, for customer's to install GPUs, the following components are required:

• Redundant PSU configuration (PIB)
• One 1100 W power supply
• GPU power cable (DPN#: DRXPD)

 

 

 

 

T430 and CPU:

 

For CPUs, it's a good thing you checked in with Support.

Below is the information on the processors you have and a list of available upgrades.

You may look into one of the ones in bold.

 

E5-2620 v3 - is on the part database for the T430

E5-2696 v3 - not on the part database for the T430

E5-2699 v3 - not on the part database for the T430

 

Below is a list I see in the part database for the T430:

 

 

Hello Charles,

thanks for your answer!

Ok, so I undestand that not all Xeon E5-26xx v3 or v4 are not supported by Dell on the T430 even if they are working fine?

All CPU listed in the part database are then supposed to work also in dual CPU mode I suppose?

For GPU I have redundant PSU.

How do I know their power in W ?

Is the part table accessible for end user?

Otherwise how are we suppose to know what is compatible with our server?

As the official documentation is not so detailed... saying for example that all Xeon E5-26xx family are compatible...

Thanks again for your help!

Hello,

 

You are correct that all CPU listed in the parts database for the server would work. That would include Dual Processors.

 

Your power supplies will have labels on them to give you the wattage.

 

The service parts database is not publicly available.

 

When preparing to upgrade components it is best to contact Sales or Support.

 

Support can supply you part numbers and Sales can provide you part numbers and quote for purchase.

 

I agree there could be more detail than "Xeon E5-26xx family ". Unfortunately we don't in this case.

 

Hello,

thanks for your precisions!

As I purchased 2 CPU Xeon E5-2696 v3, in which Dell server I could use them in dual CPU mode?

Which models are compatibles with this configuration?

Other point : my PSU are 750W, can I use dual CPU 2650 V4 on my server?

Thanks in advance for your help.

Regards,

Hi,

1. Dell Servers Compatible with Dual Xeon E5-2696 v3
The E5-2696 v3 (Haswell-EP, LGA 2011-3) is compatible with Dell’s 13th-generation PowerEdge servers, including:

R730 (rack)
T630 (tower)
M630 (blade, for VRTX/FX chassis)
Note: The E5-2696 v3 is an OEM/tray CPU (originally for Huawei/Taobao). While it should work in Dell systems, verify BIOS compatibility (update to the latest version).

2. 750W PSU with Dual E5-2650 v4
Yes, 750W is sufficient for dual E5-2650 v4 (120W TDP each) in most cases, assuming:
No high-power GPUs or excessive drives.
PSUs are from the same server model (e.g., Dell’s 750W for R730).
For safety, check Dell’s PSU sizing tool or technical guide for your specific server model.
Let me know if you need further details!

 

Hello,

 

For the T430

 

E5-2696 v3, in which Dell server I could use them in

 

This does not list valid on any Dell server

 

 

Can I use dual CPU 2650 V4 on my server

 

This is valid for the T430 (Dell Part#1GKDW)

Hello,

The E5-2696 v3 (Haswell-EP, LGA 2011-3) is working fine in My T430 (BIOS upgraded to last version), in standalone mode (not in dual CPU), as well as the E5-2699 v3 (tested only in single CPU).

Thanks for your answer.

Regards